What we like about this cutlery set is the honest, Scandi design, totally without fuss and flourish. Your gran may have had this set, but they still look as though they could have been launched yesterday. There’s a collection of items available to complement the set – you can add anything from cheese knives to gelato spoons and salad servers too, so this would make a great wedding present or starter set to build on in the future. Our tester liked them so much she decided to make every day golden and switched their use from ‘special’ to ‘everyday’. It exudes quality without being overly heavy, and the difference between this and some other bargain sets is noticeable.

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We’re not suggesting you sit down at the dinner table with bamboo cutlery, but this handy set negates the need for wasteful plastic knives and forks when you’re out and about or packing lunch for the office. We may earn a small commission on items purchased through this article, but that does not affect our editorial judgement. In a range of finishes, from vintage to high shine, you’ll find a style destined to look good on your dining table. A cutlery design that’s been around since the early 60s and is still looking fresh all these years on. With a 50-year guarantee on the 18/10 stainless steel pieces, it certainly will have staying power in the future too.

This posh, highly-polished collection looks wonderful on a fully-dressed, candle-lit table and can be put in the dishwasher on a short cycle afterwards. There’s nothing fancy about the utilitarian design, this being a tough cutlery set for everyday use.

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Definitely one for Instagrammers, the pieces feature a matt gold finish on stainless steel base, so also good for the less-glamorous moments when it’s clean- up time.This set was easy to find in a family kitchen cutlery drawer, with the rippled design standing out from the rest. Clean them in the dishwasher or wash by hand and they’re good as new, with no corners or fluting to harbour grime.